Head of Geography

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Drayton Manor High School Full time

HEAD OF GEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT

Band A (£36,745) – Band C (£56,959) plus Management Allowance 2 (£5,352)

Start Date – September 2024

We are seeking to appoint for September an inspirational and forward-thinking Teacher to take overall responsibility for the leadership and management of a thriving and successful Geography Department.

The successful candidate will be joining an experienced and supportive Humanities Faculty. He/she should be well-qualified, have excellent subject knowledge and be able to teach through all Key Stages to Advanced level.

Drayton Manor recognises, and values continued professional development, and as such, training opportunities will be made available to you throughout your career with us. Additionally, we have a legacy of developing educational leaders including supporting staff through a range of National Professional Qualifications. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional development in all areas of their practice.

Drayton Manor is a heavily oversubscribed, diverse, vibrant and successful school with proud traditions and an excellent reputation. Our three values of Ambition, Character and Civic Virtue embody everything we do, from our wide and ambitious curriculum to the extensive charity and support work our students undertake in the wider community. We truly believe in developing young people to be successful citizens for the future.

Student achievement is consistently high with our most recent progress score at GCSE placing us in the top 8% of schools nationally and A level results that place us in the top 20% of schools.

We offer

· The opportunity to work for an organisation which is values driven and places our students at the centre of everything we do

· The opportunity to work with fantastic students who are aspirational and driven to succeed

· Access to high quality CPD and support with career progression, including the full suite of NPQs and subsidised post-graduate study

· For those aspiring to senior leadership, the school has an excellent track record of developing senior leaders, including progression to Headship

· Magnificent buildings and an attractive and harmonious working environment

· An exciting opportunity to be involved in shaping the future direction of the school

· Excellent transport links by road, bus and rail, including close proximity to the Elizabeth Line

The closing date is 12 noon, Monday 29 March 2024

Interviews will take place from the week commencing Monday 29 March 2024.

Start Date: September 2024

Drayton Manor is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We recognise that this is an integral factor in recruitment and selection and is an essential part of creating safe environments for all children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo enhanced child protection screening relevant to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Service.

We reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date, so early applications are encouraged. No agencies or CVs.


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